C. S. Lewis's List

C. S. Lewis's List
Author: David Werther
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 249
Release: 2015-04-09
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 1628924160

In 1962, The Christian Century published C. S. Lewis's answer to the question, “What books did most to shape your vocational attitude and your philosophy of life?” Lewis responded with ten titles, ranging from Virgil's Aeneid to James Boswell's The Life of Samuel Johnson and from George Herbert's The Temple to Boethius's The Consolation of Philosophy. C. S. Lewis's List brings together experts on each of the ten books to discuss their significance for Lewis's life and work, illuminating his own writing through those he most admired.

An Experiment in Criticism

An Experiment in Criticism
Author: C. S. Lewis
Publisher:
Total Pages: 164
Release: 1961
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN:

C. S. Lewis's classic analysis of the experience of reading.

The Complete C.S. Lewis Signature Classics

The Complete C.S. Lewis Signature Classics
Author: C. S. Lewis
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 524
Release: 2002-10-22
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780060506087

For the first time ever, these seven essential volumes by C. S. Lewis are available in a single edition. This remarkable book presents the classic works Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, The Problem of Pain, Miracles, A Grief Observed, and Lewis's prophetic examination of universal values, The Abolition of Man. Beautiful and timeless, this is a vital collection by one of the greatest literary figures of the twentieth century. Lewis reached a vast audience during his lifetime, and books such as Mere Christianity and The Screwtape Letters continue to be regarded as among the best spiritual writing of all time. With his uncanny grasp of human nature, Lewis offers a refreshing antidote to the modern world's consumerism and moral relativism. This new edition of his most celebrated books highlights Lewis's compassion for humanity and his relevance for the twenty-first century.

Mere Christianity

Mere Christianity
Author: C. S. Lewis
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2001-03-06
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0060652888

A forceful and accessible discussion of Christian belief that has become one of the most popular introductions to Christianity and one of the most popular of Lewis's books. Uncovers common ground upon which all Christians can stand together.

C. S. Lewis' Little Book of Wisdom

C. S. Lewis' Little Book of Wisdom
Author: C.S. Lewis
Publisher: Hampton Roads Publishing
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2018-09-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1612834302

A USA Today bestseller! "These well-chosen Lewis quotes will inspire readers and prompt them to make their own spiritual reflections." —Publishers Weekly Novelist, poet, critic, lay theologian, and best-selling author of the 'Narnia' series, C. S. Lewis' works have become timeless classics for adults and children around the world. Here in one concise volume is the essence of his thought on subjects ranging from love and faith to ethics and morality and myth and literature that will throw open the windows of the soul and provide readers with bite-sized nuggets of wisdom and inspiration from one of the best-loved writers of the 20th century. This lovely little gift book will provide sustenance, wisdom, and hope for both believers and seekers. And, most importantly, it will provide an entry point for those unfamiliar with Lewis that will make them want to explore his fiction and nonfiction works. Selections from C.S. Lewis' Little Book of Wisdom: "If God had granted all the silly prayers I've made in my life, where should I be now?" "Surely arrested development consists not in refusing to lose old things, but in failing to add new things…" "Do not dare not to dare." "We are mirrors whose brightness is wholly derived from the sun that shines upon us." "I didn't go to religion to make me happy. I always knew a bottle of Port would do that. If you want a religion to make you feel really comfortable, I certainly don't recommend Christianity."

On Stories

On Stories
Author: C. S. Lewis
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 179
Release: 2002-10-28
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 0547543050

The theme of this collection is the excellence of the Story, especially the kind of story dear to Lewis-fantasy and science fiction, which he fostered in an age dominated by realistic fiction. On Stories is a companion volume to Lewis’s collected shorter fiction, The Dark Tower and Other Stories. Edited and with a Preface by Walter Hooper.

The Four Loves

The Four Loves
Author: Clive Staples Lewis
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 166
Release: 1991
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780151329168

Analyzes the feelings and problems involved in different types of human love, including familial affection, friendship, passion, and charity.

Holy Bible (NIV)

Holy Bible (NIV)
Author: Various Authors,
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 6793
Release: 2008-09-02
Genre: Bibles
ISBN: 0310294142

The NIV is the world's best-selling modern translation, with over 150 million copies in print since its first full publication in 1978. This highly accurate and smooth-reading version of the Bible in modern English has the largest library of printed and electronic support material of any modern translation.

Collected Works of C S Lewis

Collected Works of C S Lewis
Author: C S Lewis
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2022-12-06
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9789356618411

C.S. Lewis' books are renowned for their mastery at conveying Christianity's philosophical and theological rationale in plain, common language. This creative collection of three Lewis bestsellers - The Pilgrim's Regress, Christian Reflections, and God in the Dock - now allows you to experience some of the best ideas and arguments of this captivating Christian writer for the first time in one volume.

Miracles

Miracles
Author: C. S. Lewis
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 310
Release: 2009-06-16
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0061949760

Do Miracles Really Happen? In Miracles, C.S. Lewis argues that a Christian must not only accept but rejoice in miracles as a testimony of the unique personal involvement of God in his creation. Using his charismatic warmth, lucidity, and wit, Lewis challenges the rationalists and cynics who are mired in their lack of imagination and provides a poetic and joyous affirmation that miracles really do occur in everyday lives.